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Movement happens using the keypad keys '1', '2', '3' and '5' (or arrow keys). When controlling light bydo or any other potential creature with danmaku movement mechanics, these keys move the player straight into the directions specified. If controlling any other type of entity, buttons '1' and '3' rotate the player while '5' and '2' fire forward and backward thrusters, respectively. \n \
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While controlling normal craft, keys 's' and 'f' fire left and right thrust causing the craft to strafe. Key 'd' is the fire key - pressing it will unleash all the ammo-based weapons equipped. Please note, that many weapons have bursts, so this could release several bullets. To fire special weapons such as wave cannons, press and hold 'd' until the gauge reaches the right border of the screen, then release. \n \
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When controlling light bydo, the controls are different. Pressing 'f' will engage the absorb mode, which will allow the light bydo to collect ammunition to be unleashed at opponents. Pressing 'd' will release all collected bullets at once. \n \
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The absorb mode has it's own restrictions. Every game tick you spend in absorb mode increases your absorb gauge that lowers each tick you spend without absorb mode. Before hitting the 3 second mark, you can engage and disengage absorb mode at will. After exceeding 3 cumulative seconds, you must wait until the gauge falls below the mark to engage absorb mode again. If you ever hit the 5 second mark, the absorb mode is automatically disengaged for two seconds.
